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as in perpetuity
endless time
the question whether the universe will end someday or continue to exist in eternity
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as in immortality
unending existence after death
a firm belief in the eternity of the soul
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as in forever
a long or seemingly long period of time
we waited in line for tickets for an eternity
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Recent Examples of eternity
The history wonks upstairs tell us that ancient Egyptians considered butterflies to be symbols of eternity, souls and divine transformation.
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Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 9 May 2026
These artists used gold to suggest divine space, eternity, and spiritual meaning.
—George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 8 May 2026
Where is Grace Kelly’s eternity band engagement ring now?
—Alyssa Modos, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
In October, a man who had developed a relationship with Gemini died by suicide after Gemini promised him an eternity together; the man’s estate sued Google.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 6 May 2026
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Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 9 May 2026
These artists used gold to suggest divine space, eternity, and spiritual meaning.
—George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 8 May 2026
Where is Grace Kelly’s eternity band engagement ring now?
—Alyssa Modos, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
In October, a man who had developed a relationship with Gemini died by suicide after Gemini promised him an eternity together; the man’s estate sued Google.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 6 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for eternity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eternity
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Elizabeth Gower, a representative for the Dome’s ownership group, opened the call with a brief presentation about the venue and a request that a liquor license be granted in perpetuity, as the company’s current permit with the city was set to expire.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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The principal donation will go towards endowing the Met’s long-standing internships for undergraduate and graduate students in perpetuity.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
4 May 2026
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Morton produced one of the stranger careers in NFL history at quarterback, full of highs but with football immortality just out of reach.—
Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 May 2026
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The queens of the ballroom extravaganza have moved both costume designer Qween Jean’s fabulous couture and the cats’ quest for immortality up to the main stem with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s righteous blessing.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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Miami trailed 1-0 fast, in the sixth minute, when the defense left Guilherme Biro unmarked for a downward header off a corner kick, gifting Biro the forever-history of the first goal in the new stadium.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Those tush-pushes can’t beat you if The Winter Soldier’s facing third-and-forevers.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
17 Jan. 2026
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An infinity-edge pool stretches toward the horizon, while expansive Ipe wood decks, flamed granite terraces, and an outdoor kitchen frame sweeping bay views.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
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Both the spa and the many on-site dining options at the 338-room lakefront hotel take inspiration from the Pacific Northwest region, while a seasonal lakefront infinity-edge swimming pool and private beach offer a picturesque setting for cooling off.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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Nowadays, the outdoors with all its foreverness and fresh air is becoming that go-to place to celebrate our upcoming holidays.—
Marni Jameson,
orlandosentinel.com,
20 Nov. 2020
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Declan’s actress wife, Maud (Victoria Smurfit), feels desperately lonely and cast aside, and longs to return to London.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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Now, decades later, Maple longs to provide a good life for her son.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
10 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Eternity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eternity. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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